1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
